The Federal Court that presided over the lawsuit, which claimed that Fifth Third Bank improperly assessed overdraft fees for insufficient funds on debit card purchases and ATM withdrawals by "re-sequencing" transactions to maximize the number of overdraft fees, began to notify current and former bank account customers of the proposed $9.5 million class action settlement.

The proposed settlement class includes anyone who held a Fifth Third Bank account from October 21, 2004 through July 1, 2010, and incurred at least one overdraft fee associated with a Fifth Third debit card transaction. A court hearing on the proposed settlement is scheduled to occur March 16, 2010.

The bank has denied the lawsuit's claims. If you think you are eligible to be a member of the proposed settlement class, your claim can be submitted by mail to Fifth Third Overdraft Settlement, P.O. Box 3266, Portland, OR, 97208-3266 or online at www.overdraftsettlement.com.

Gray and White Law is among the top law firms of Kentucky, and nationwide, and is an experienced law firm with decades of success litigating claims relating to antitrust, consumer protection, and wage & hour lawsuits. Our law firm has a winning track record and a strong reputation for vigorously protecting the rights of consumers and employees nationwide.

If you suspect that you, or someone you care about, was the victim of unfair and/or fraudulent business practices, you should contact our lawyers immediately for your free legal consultation. We are available to learn about your case and to address any questions or concerns you may have at your convenience, simply contact us by toll-free call at 1-888-450-4456 or by confidential e-mail.